Yearly Archives: 2010
Corvette Sales Hit Their Lowest Level Last Year Since 1961
2009 is officially over and although many models experienced sales declines, some were worse than others. The Chevy Corvette had its worst year since 1961, with only 13,934 Corvettes sold. According to Edmunds, 2009 was the worst sales year for the Corvette in 19 years when only 17,472 units were sold in 1991. And according to Auto Observer's Bill Visnic,...
MyFord Touch Brings a Whole New Interior Experience
Ford as introduced a new smarter, safer, simpler system to connect drivers with in-car technologies, dubbed MyFord. Building on its successful SYNC system Ford has combined a variety of technologies into one powerful, intuitive connected driver experience. "MyFord delivers a premium interior experience that will help consumers fall in love with their vehicles again," said Derrick Kuzak, Ford group vice...
Ford F-Series Maintains its Best-Selling Crown for 33 Years
Ford has announced that the Ford F-Series has been the best-selling truck for 33 straight years, outselling its nearest rival by 97,000 units, largest margin in three years. Sales in 2009 totaled units 413,625, outselling its nearest rival by more than 97,000 units, the largest margin in three years. In addition the F-Series has been the best-selling vehicle in...
Detroit 10' Preview: Buick Regal GS Concept Brings Some Sport to the Brand
Just in case you haven't heard the news, the Buick Regal is back. The 2011 Buick Regal is basically a Buick version of the Opel Insignia sold in Europe. Ever since GM officially announced the introduction of the Regal, enthusiasts have been waiting eagerly to hear if GM is planning a high-performance version based on the Opel Insignia OPC....
Detroit 10' Preview: GM Releases Teasers of the GMC Urban Utility Concept
GM has released teasers of a new GMC concept dubbed the GMC Urban Utility Concept. The concept was previously mentioned as the GMC Granite, which is based on the Chevrolet Orlando. "We've designed a new breed of truck that's as efficient as it is chic, innovative as it is functional," says Frank Saucedo. "Our goal was to create the next...
GM and OnStar Launch New Mobile App for Chevy Volt
GM and OnStar have announced the introduction of a new smartphone application that will allow Chevy Volt owners 24/7 connection and control of vehicle functions and OnStar features remotely. The mobile application allows drivers to communicate with their Volt via there Droid by Motorola, Apple iPhone and Blackberry Storm smartphones. Some features of the application are that it displays...
Nissan Goes it Alone with the Next Titan Pickup
Before Chrysler declared bankruptcy and Fiat stepped in to hopefully save the barely surviving automaker, Nissan and Chrysler announced a partnership that would yield a new truck that would replace the current Nissan Titan. Well now that, that deal is off Nissan has stated that it remains committed to the full size truck market. "We 're pretty much going...
Ford Mustang Outsells the Chevy Camaro in 2009
So it looked like the Chevy Camaro was set to outsell the Mustang this year with a strong month over month showing in the latter part of this year, but the final numbers are in and the Mustang holds onto its title. Ford sold 66,623 Mustangs, while Chevy sold 61,618 Camaros. Of course the Camaro didn't go on sale...
Auto Expo 2010: Toyota Etios Concept to Go on Sale at End of 2010
Just as Honda has unveiled the New Small Concept, Toyota has unveiled its own small vehicle for the emerging markets, the Etios Concept. The Etios concept, which is expected to be in production by the end of the year will be offered in both sedan and hatchback body styles when it is introduced in India. The small car can...
Auto Expo 2010: Honda New Small Concept Unveiled
Honda has unveiled the New Small Concept at the Auto Expo 2010 in New Delhi. The New Small Concept is a five-door, five-passenger vehicle designed for emerging markets. Honda expects to introduce a new model based on the concept in 2011 in India and Thailand. It's doubtful that this vehicle would ever be offered in the U.S. or Europe. ...
